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L20-258-U K Rev.01 8/16/04 IMPORTANT FOR FUTURE REFERENCE Please complete this information and retain this manual for the life of the equipment: Model #: __________________________ Serial #: __________________________ Date Purchased: ___________________ Installation and Operation Manual Covering Models E400, E400T and E500D ENGLISH[...]
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L20-258-U K Rev.01 8/16/04 THIS MANUAL MUST BE RETAINED FOR FUTURE REFERENCE FOR YOUR SAFETY DO NOT store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors or liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. WARNING Improper installation, alteration, service or maintenance can cause property damage, injury or death. Read the installation, operating [...]
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L20-258-U K Rev.01 8/16/04 Table of Contents Section Page Installation Checking your new Pitco Appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Assembly and Leveling Leg and Caster Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Installation Clearances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[...]
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INSTALLATION L20-258-U K Rev.01 8/16/04 1 CHECKING YOUR NEW PITCO APPLIANCE Your new Pitco appliance has been carefully packed into one crate. Every effort has been made to en sure that it is delivered to you in perfect condition. As you unpac k your new appliance, inspect ea ch of the pieces for damage. If something is damaged, DO NOT sign the bil[...]
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INSTALLATION 2 L20-258-U K Rev.01 8/16/04 INSTALLATION If you have completed the above steps that are applicable to the appli ance you purchased, the applian ce is now ready to be installed. Although it may be possible fo r you to install and set up your ne w appliance, it is STRONGLY recommended that you have this do ne by qualified professionals.[...]
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INSTALLATION L20-258-U K Rev.01 8/16/04 3 Types of Fire Extinguishers and Detection Equipment Topic UL Document National Fuel Gas Code Document CO 2 Type Extinguishers ANSI/UL 154 ANSI/NFPA 12 Dry Chemical Type Extinguishers ANSI/UL 299 ANSI/NFPA 17 Water Type Extinguishers ANSI/UL 626 ANSI/NFPA 13 Foam Type Extinguishers ANSI/UL 8 ANSI/NFPA 11 Spr[...]
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OPERATION 4 L20-258-UK Rev.01 8/16 /04 ELEMENTS ELEMENTS SOLID SHORTENING / OIL EXCESSIVE AIR GAPS EL EMENTS SOLID SHORTENING / O IL FILLING THE TANK Both liquid and solid shortening/oil can be u sed in this appliance, but liquid is preferred. If solid shortening/oil is used it is recommended that you melt the shortening/oil before addin g it to th[...]
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OPERATION L20-258-U K Rev.01 8/16/04 5 WARNING This appliance must be installed using restraining devices to prev ent accidental tipping or movement. DO NOT attempt to move the appliance w hen it is in use or has hot liquid in it. Splashing hot liquids can cause severe burns. WARNING Water and shortening/oil DO NOT mix. Keep liquids a way from hot [...]
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OPERATION 6 L20-258-UK Rev.01 8/16 /04 Appliance Shut-down For models with electric thermostat option refer to the following instructions. a. Turn the temperature control knob (t h ermostat) to the OFF ( O )position. b. Place the ON/OFF (I/O) rocker swit ch to the OFF ( O ) position. The light on the swit ch will extinguish. For models with Compact[...]
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OPERATION L20-258-U K Rev.01 8/16/04 7 FILTERING INSTRUCTIONS (continued) e. Ensure that flush hose is pointed into tank and pla ce Filter ON/OFF ( I/O ) switch in the ON ( I ) position. The pump will begin to return sh ortening/oil to the tank. WARNING For your safety, NEVER allo w flush hose nozzle to point away from the tank while filtering. f. [...]
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CLEANING and MAINTENANCE 8 L20-258-UK Rev.01 8/16 /04 DAILY CLEANING Your appliance should be cle aned every day to mainta in peak performance, prope r sanitation and appearance. Perform the following procedures daily. a. Wipe up any shortening/oil that spills onto the exteri or of the appliance. This should be done with a clean soft cloth while th[...]
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CLEANING and MAINTENANCE L20-258-U K Rev.01 8/16/04 9 WARNING At operating temperatures, the shortening/oil in the applian ce is VERY HOT and can cause severe burns. Do not let the hot shor tening/oil touch your skin or clothing. ALWAYS wear insulated, shortening/oil proof gloves, protectiv e clothing and eyewear when working on a hot appliance. Fo[...]
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CLEANING and MAINTENANCE 10 L20-258-U K Rev.01 8/16/04 Thermostat Calibration Check NOTICE Thermostat calibration requires tha t the temperature of the appliance be raised abov e boiling. If you have water in the tank you w ill need to drain it, dry it and fill it with shortening/oil. Follow the filling in structions in this manual. To check the ca[...]
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TROUBLE SHOOTING L20-258-U K Rev.01 8/16/04 11 TROUBLESHOOTING Should there be a problem with your appliance, use the follo wing table s to isolate possible faults before calling your Authorized Service Agent. Check these items before calling yo ur Authorized Service Com pany. ITEM TO CHECK HOW TO CHECK Power to appl iance Check mai n power breaker[...]
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L20-258-U K Rev.01 8/16/04 MAILING ADD RESS – P .O. BOX 50 1, CONCOR D, NH 0330 2-0501 SHIPPING ADDRESS – 10 FERRY ST., CONCORD, NH 03301 In the event of problems with or questions about your order, please contact the Pitco Frialator factory at: (800) 258-3708 US and Canada only or (603) 225-6684 World Wide In the event of problems with or ques[...]